Tournesol gets Cork-ed

August 05, 2005|By Terri Mooney, metromix special contributor.

We're sad to report that Tournesol will be serving up its last duck liver mousse ($6.95), veal sweetbreads ($17.95) and steak frites ($21.95) this Saturday night. Co-owner Julie Palmer tells us when chef Eric Kendrick put in his notice, she and partner Michael Smith (who doubles as the sommelier at Les Nomades) saw it as a sign to re-think the restaurant's concept. So while this weekend is your last chance to get the full bistro experience, Tournesol has a second act up its sleeve. After a quickie refresh, Cork Wine Bar and Cafe will make its debut Aug. 22. Palmer tells us most of the tables will exit, making room for comfy couches and chairs (think lounge-style seating). Fellow-bistro owner Michael Altenberg (Bistro Campagne, 4518 N. Lincoln Ave. 773-271-6100) is consulting on the small plates menu, which will include choices like crispy duck confit crepes with sun-dried tomatoes and curried chicken breast with herbed couscous (both around $8). 4343 N. Lincoln Ave. 773-477-8820.